Plato’s theory of the soul-mate or “split-apart” asserts that initially we humans had four legs, four arms, and a single head with two faces. But at some point, said the Greek philosopher, we started to become as strong as gods – so Zeus split us into halves to punish us for our strength and pride. Since then, so the story goes, we’ve been wandering alone, seeking that one … [Read more...]
Virgo New Moon — A Physical Reset
In his book, The Jack LaLanne Way to Vibrant Health, the fitness guru wrote that as a boy he was addicted to sugar and junk food, and suffered from headaches and bulimia. He had violent episodes against himself and others, calling himself “a miserable goddamn kid.” At 15, LaLanne heard health pioneer Paul Bragg speak about the evils of meat and sugar. Bragg’s message hit home … [Read more...]
Leo New Moon Eclipse: Good News!
During this intense, scorching hot summer of retrogrades and eclipses, we’ll take our good news where we can find it. Especially if it’s in the form of a handsome newcomer poised to rejuvenate the dwindling mountain lion population of the Santa Monica Mountains! The strapping young cat, discovered recently via hidden cameras, has been dubbed “Adonis” for his good looks. And … [Read more...]
Cancer Solar Eclipse: The Pressure is On
In 1977, I dropped out of college and moved to L.A. Having spent my whole life in San Diego, this was a big move for me. And my parents were furious. But I felt I would die if I stayed any longer. So I took a room in a huge Victorian mansion in Hancock Park and found a job as a proofreader at a fashion publication. My housemates were an oddball lot – a tax accountant, a … [Read more...]
Gemini New Moon: What is the Universe Trying to Tell You?
Seven years ago, when faced with a major remodel of my family home, I began searching for the right contractor. The first candidate showed up fifteen minutes late without bothering to call. Then, over the course of the interview, he admitted that his contractor’s license had expired. Just as I was starting to really wonder about this guy, we heard a loud commotion from the … [Read more...]
